The Foundation for Northwest Illinois
That’s us. Ye olde Freeport Community Foundation is now going by a shiny, new handle. And as Shakespeare said, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet,” and we agree. As The Foundation for Northwest Illinois, we are still...
New Prospective Board Member Database in Development
As challenging as it can be for nonprofits to locate new board members who are passionate for their cause, it can be equally as difficult for people who are interested in board service to make the right connections. If you are interested in being considered for board...
Local Pantry Leaders Convene on Food Insecurity Issue
The Freeport Community Foundation is working with area community leaders to collectively discover ways to address the region’s on-going food insecurity issues more efficiently and effectively. Our most recent roundtable included leaders from pantries directly...
SSM Health Supports the Mission of the Foundation as a Corporate Partner
Welcome to The Foundation’s newest 2023 Corporate Partner, SSM Health Monroe Clinic! We are very grateful to them for not only their corporate contribution, but also their true partnership and dedication to The Foundation’s mission of empowering nonprofits throughout...
Amazon Discontinues Charity Program AmazonSmile
Organizations have been notified by Amazon this week that the company is discontinuing their charitable program, AmazonSmile. While they are not ending all of their philanthropic efforts including their affordable housing efforts, they intend to end the AmazonSmile...Social Media
